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For Autopilot enrollment in Windows devices, an Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) account is a critical requirement. This is because Autopilot is designed to streamline the process of deploying devices by utilizing Azure AD for identity management. When a device is enrolled via Autopilot, it registers with Azure AD, allowing users to sign in with their Azure AD credentials.

Having an Azure AD account means that the device can leverage modern authentication mechanisms and access cloud-based resources efficiently. This integration simplifies the provisioning process, ensuring that the device is automatically configured with the appropriate policies, applications, and settings associated with the user's Azure AD identity.

While other elements like Intune licenses, System Center Configuration Manager, and Group Policy Objects play roles in device management and configuration, they are not fundamental prerequisites for using Autopilot specifically. Intune can be a valuable tool for managing devices post-deployment, but the initial enrollment process hinges primarily on the Azure AD account's existence and the device's registration within Azure AD.